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Boxer's Attitude

"I will damage his features and damage his physique. I'm here to prove I'm the better fighter," Joshua, 35 years old, stated.

"I plan to overwhelm him. That's a fighter's mentality.

"I intend to really want to cause him pain. That's my intention."

Civil Interaction

Despite these statements, a relaxed Anthony Joshua and social media star Paul - usually famous for his dramatics - were respectful and kept it respectful with each other.

Jake Paul rather attacked ex Joshua opponent Francis Ngannou and labeled him "a joke" after Ngannou declined a match opportunity.

Targeting Fury

Joshua, meanwhile, took aim at British opponent Fury - and refused a large bet 'The Gypsy King' states he will put on a Paul win.

"[Paul] outshines Fury - he's actually sitting here," the boxer commented.

"I respect him for that."

Legitimate Fighter

Despite stating he plans to punish Paul, Anthony Joshua declined to speak negatively about his opponent's boxing ability.

"Jake is a legitimate boxer," he remarked.

Jake Paul's Background

Paul - who first rose to fame on the television network - has primarily fought mixed martial artists or faded names since turning professional.

He lost to Briton Tommy Fury in last year.

Financial Success

Still, the relative newcomer continues to be one of boxing's largest money-making draws, consistently making huge paydays.

Prediction and Confidence

The 28 year old anticipated a knockout win in the fourth or fifth round and stated he would stop the highly-expected Joshua–Fury fight, which is reportedly in the works for 2026.

"It's going to be me versus Tyson Fury in the coming year," Jake Paul said.

Physical Difference

As both boxers met for the traditional stare-down, with their size difference on show, it drove home just how unlikely this entire matchup is - and how astonishing it is that the bout is actually proceeding.